Gr.Viper 131 Posted May 16, 2010 http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2010/05/how-removing-ps3-linux-hurts-the-air-force.ars Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FastCargo 412 Posted May 16, 2010 Heh...pretty sure Sony will give the USAF some special dispensation...for a small fee... FC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jomni 6 Posted May 16, 2010 (edited) You need the new firmware to go online and play games. But for it to run whatever software the USAF is using under Linux, I don't think they need to upgrade so it's not really that bad. Edited May 16, 2010 by jomni Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Revvin 1 Posted May 16, 2010 Yeah the update is only required if you want to log into the Playstation Network to buy things on the store or play online so the Airforce will still be able to use them for the purpose in the article. I don't think the class action suit will stick though as the terms and conditions are clearly stated that Sony reserves the right to add and remove features to maintain the quality of the service. One idiot hacker has caused all this, if people are so mad then go hunt him down and break his fingers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shotdown 8 Posted May 17, 2010 You need the new firmware to go online and play games. But for it to run whatever software the USAF is using under Linux, I don't think they need to upgrade so it's not really that bad. The problem is replacing broken machine. Newly built PS3 will have the new firmware from the start. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Revvin 1 Posted May 17, 2010 I'm sure the tech's they have at the airforce are eminently more qualified to repair a PS3 than most. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
macelena 1,070 Posted May 17, 2010 Damn, no more Guitar Hero Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
